40th anniversary celebration of Shilpakala commenced on February 19 and yesterday, joining the celebration with their own 40th anniversary programme, Russian Centre of Science & Culture in Dhaka (RCSC) organised a cultural programme at the auditorium of National Art Gallery of BSA at 6pm on February 25. The event was a joint collaboration between Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and Russian Centre of Science & Culture in Dhaka.
The programme opened with a welcome speech by the Director General of BSA, Liaquat Ali Lucky. He emphasised on the importance of international cultural collaboration and how Russia work in partnership with Bangladesh about international cultural exchange. Director of Russian Centre of Science & Culture in Dhaka Alexander P Demin was present at the discussion session. He invited all to enjoy Russian cultural programme after the discussion part ended.
The first performance of the event was a melodious Russian song rendered by Timir Nandi, a well known Bangladeshi singer. His performance was highly praised by the audience, as Russian is a difficult language to learn and he rendered the patriotic song with the grace and expertise. The next two performances that got the audience appreciation were love songs presented by three Russian singers. Attired in traditional Russian avatar, the singers were able to breach the language barrier with emotion and music at their disposal.
A group dance performance by students of the Russian Embassy School was also praiseworthy. Based on a modern folk tune, the children were dressed in traditional Russian dress and the presentation had elegance. The recitation was that of a mesmerising love story. Following the students’ performance, a video presentation on Russian folklore, traditional dance and folk songs was screened at the auditorium. Then, once again the audience had the opportunity to enjoy Timir Nandi presenting two more Russian love song.
Later, a Russian comedy film named Ivan Vasilievich: Back to the Future, was screened. Directed by Leonid Gaidai in 1973, the film is based on the play Ivan Vasilievich by Mikhail Bulgakov and was one of the most attended movies in the Soviet Union in 1973 with more than 60 million tickets sold.
RCSC in Dhaka was established in March 1974 in accordance with the agreement between the governments of the Soviet Union and Bangladesh. Its activity is primarily aimed at promoting the interests of the Russian Federation in Bangladesh.
